Basketball Recap: Sunshine Bible Academy Takes Loss Despite Strong Performances from Breanna Thieman and Abby Hinman

Sunshine Bible Academy fought the good fight in their overtime game against Ipswich on Friday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They lost 68-42 to the Ipswich Tigers. The loss continues a trend for the Crusaders in their matchups with the Tigers: they've now lost five in a row.

Sunshine Bible Academy's loss came despite strong showings from Abby Hinman and Breanna Thieman. Hinman posted eight points and three steals, while Thieman earned three points and four steals. Hinman has been hot for a while, having posted two or more steals the last 27 times she's played.

Sunshine Bible Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 3-13. As for Ipswich, their victory was their fifth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 11-9.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Sunshine Bible Academy will challenge Sully Buttes at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Ipswich, they will host Highmore/Harrold at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.